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ChinaCat00		#21	[-]
Posts: 4123 (07/21/09 09:34:39) Administrator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	those look really nice too. But since 80% of respondents said they felt narrow, I bet they won't fit me either. I was surprised, because my Keen hiking shoes fit great. And I tried on a pair of Keen sandal/shoes...just like the calistoga but with a back, and they fit. but apparently when they make a slide they make them tighter across the top, I guess to keep them on peoples feet. I really wanted a slide for a beach shoe in Hawaii. but i'll probably just stick with my Tevas. With the velcro, I can adjust until they fit right.
y2000k		#22	[-]
Posts: 1118 (08/13/09 22:08:52) Member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	deleted - duplicate post Last Edited By: y2000k 08/13/09 22:18:03. Edited 1 times.
y2000k		#23	[-]
Posts: 1118 (08/13/09 22:09:09) Member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	While at the outlet mall today, I ended up buying a pair of Merrell maryjanes. This is for my upcoming trip to Germany in the Fall, so I need more than just sandals. I wore them in the store for at least 10 minutes if not longer, and I must have walked at least 30 loops around the store (actually, marching around would be a more accurate description). The funny thing is that I wore a pair of Merrell sandals today to go shopping, and when I finally decided to buy the maryjanes, I couldn't find my sandals! It turns out that the store assistant saw my sandals on the floor unattended, and assumed they belong somewhere on the racks, so he was desparately searching for the empty shoebox on the racks. I was like, where the heck are my sandals!?!?! In any case, I would NEVER pay $100 for these maryjanes. They are comfy but not worth that much. It was on sale and with coupons, I only paid $50. Of course, I need to break them in before wearing them on my trip. Last Edited By: y2000k 08/13/09 22:17:23. Edited 1 times.
SkywalkerBeth		#24	[-]
Posts: 1175 (08/14/09 06:19:22) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Merrell makes great shoes, well done! Where in Germany are you going, again? Did you post it here, or on fodors? I might have to pick your brain about all things Tudor, for next summer...
y2000k		#25	[-]
Posts: 1118 (08/14/09 10:43:53) Member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Hi SWB, we'll be in Berlin with a sidetrip to Dresden. I posted this in the "Where are you traveling in Sept/Oct" threads in Best of the Rest.
elainesl		#26	[-]
Posts: 12941 (11/09/09 09:01:52) Board Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Ok, so after my recent trip to Italy, I'm back to swearing by Merrells, for my own feet, at least. I switched off every day between my newer SAS walking loafers, and an old pair of Merrells that I've had. Merrell won hands down; in fact, on one or two days I switched back to Merrells mid-day. The SAS shoes are good for nice flat city wallking on a normal weekend in New York, but for being on one's feet all day, on uneven pavements, etc, the SAS shoes gave support, but not enough give. My feet started to ache after a few hours. Not due to blisters or pinching, just from the hard walking I was doing. On the days I wore my Merrells, it was like wearing a comfy pair of slippers, but with excellent support and a sturdy sole. I'm sure my particular style/model isn't made anymore, but I'll have to do some shopping and trying on, so I can own another pair.
JujuYuku		#27	[-]
Posts: 115 (11/09/09 22:22:18) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I swear by SAS walking shoes, but I pretty much found out the same thing during my Paris/London trip some years back. I felt like I was walking on shards of glass some days, in and out of those undergrounds. And I did not have a comfortable pair of Merrells to fall back on. I did buy some (very well padded) Clarks sandals in London and was able to alternate with those. At the time I blamed it on being retired and wearing running shoes all day every day. I figured if I were going to a heavy duty walking place again, I would start a month early walking three miles a day in the SAS. When I worked, I wore ONLY SAS loafers and flats, the ones with the thinner soles, and was on my feet a fair amount of the day and never had a problem, so it surprised the heck out of me to have the walking shoes fail me on a major trip.
elainesl		#28	[-]
Posts: 12952 (11/10/09 17:30:54) Board Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	interesting that we had similar experiences with the SAS while traveling. They're just not 'cushy' enough for hours and hours of hard walking.
simone1a		#29	[-]
Posts: 5242 (11/17/09 15:25:27) Destination Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I've taken one of the first serious steps toward my goal of walking El Camino in Spain. My son decided to give me shoes for my birthday. We went to various stores in the Mall and ended up in REI. I found a very patient young man who understood my needs as he had walked long distances in England. I tried all types and brands of shoes. I ended up with (ding, ding, ding, ding) Merrell. It was a surprise to me. I love Merrells for sightseeing but I did not plan to get them for the long trail. The style is Moab Ventilator - Mid. I wasn't sure I'd go for the mid-calf but apparently the support is very important. The most important reason was the weight. My arthritis demands that I look for very light shoes. I've put them to the test already. I need to brake them in. So far I am very happy after having walked for 1 1/2 hours. There is good space for all toes. My balance seems to have improved. The one thing that I didn't expect to buy was the insole that the salesman suggested. I never go for anything additional in my shoes but when I tried it, there was a huge difference. The price for the Agion Superfeet insole is not nice ($45.00). The jury is still out on that but I believe it may be a very good buy.
elainesl		#30	[-]
Posts: 12981 (11/17/09 20:36:58) Board Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	wow, this sounds like serious walking! good for you!

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